Summary
Location
San Antonio
Type
full-time
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About this role
Grow Your Career with Savage!
Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible.
The Material Handling-Equipment Operator will be responsible for safely performing basic tasks required to operate the coal handling system, operate industrial mobile equipment, and perform general maintenance on equipment and facilities at a coal-fired power plant outside of San Antonio, TX.
These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage
- A safety-focused culture that appreciates our team members
- Uniforms and laundry service
- Paid Time Off (“PTO”) and Profit Sharing
- Paid holidays
- Built in overtime
- Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k)
- A team member-driven safety culture
- A commitment to helping our team members do things that they never dreamed possible
Here is what you will be doing
- Operation of Heavy Industrial Equipment for the purpose of stockpiling coal, maintaining roads, application of dust suppression, etc.
- Perform daily inspections of equipment for safety and operational deficiencies
- Perform basic tasks in the operation of the Coal handling system
- Execute general maintenance on mobile equipment, conveyor systems, crushers, and train unloading systems
- Actively participate in Savage’s safety programs
This is what we need from you:
- High School or GED
- 5+ years of experience
- Experience in the operation of D10 dozers, front-end loaders, excavators, and other heavy equipment
- Possess a positive, forward-thinking, safety-minded attitude
- Willing to work any shift, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
- Ability to read, write, and understand English, follow written and/or verbal instruction, and possess basic math and computer skills
- Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules
Here are the physical requirements you will need
- Work in an environment containing coal dust, hazardous noise, confined spaces, and in hot or cold environments
- Work at heights, climbing stairs, and climbing ladders
- Walk on uneven ground up to 3 miles per shift
- Must be able to pass a fit test and pulmonary function test for the purposes of wearing a respirator and recertify annually or as needed
- Lift up to 50 pounds frequently
Savage, we pride ourselves on providing our team members with a safety focus not typically seen in other companies. You will enjoy working in a 5S environment that is safe and clutter-free, and you will receive top-notch safety training and procedures to ensure everyone makes it home every night to their loved ones. Hire Right, Train Right, Treat Right…it’s the Savage way.
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Additional Information:
- A complete job description is available upon request
- Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace
- California Residents Job Application Privacy Notice
- You may view available jobs at www.savageco.com/careers and apply using the online job posting.
- Eligible full-time team members may participate in the company benefit package, which currently includes medical, dental, and vision plans; company-paid life, AD&D and disability insurance; supplemental life and disability options; health savings and flex spending accounts; profit sharing; and a 401(k) plan with match.
- Part-time team members are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with match, profit sharing, and may be eligible to participate in the medical plan depending on hours worked.
- Our benefit packages may change from time to time.
Other facts
About Savage
Founded in 1946, Savage provides transportation, logistics, materials handling, and other industrial services. Savage is a company founded on principles of integrity, innovation, hard work and reliability.
Nothing is more important than safety at Savage, as we strive to always do the right thing, find a better way, and make a difference for our customers, team members and communities.
With more than 4,000 team members in over 200 locations across North America and internationally, Savage creates value for our customers and puts solutions right where you need them.
What you'll do
- The Material Handling Operator will operate heavy industrial equipment for coal stockpiling and perform general maintenance on equipment. Daily inspections and participation in safety programs are also key responsibilities.
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